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Requires UKCA marking (replacing CE) + UK EORI + UK VAT; packaging requires EPR registration

Lead time 3-6 weeks
Cost range £1,500-6,000
HS code 3926
Duty rate 0-6.5%
VAT / tax 20%

Technical standards

Reference standards for this product category — verify applicability with your testing lab before export.

Standard No.OrganizationTitleYear
GB/T 45830-2025 GB/T 声学　开放式办公空间的声学质量 2025
GB/T 35282-2023 GB/T 信息安全技术 电子政务移动办公系统安全技术规范 2023
GB/T 42623-2023 GB/T 安装于办公、旅馆和住宅建筑的乘客电梯的配置和选择 2023
GB/T 43542-2023 GB/T 机关办公区域物业服务监管和评价规范 2023
GB/T 18233.2-2022 GB/T 信息技术 用户建筑群通用布缆 第2部分: 办公场所 2022
GB/T 42152-2022 GB/T 废旧办公耗材与配件再制造通用规范 2022
GB/T 41473-2022 GB/T 设施管理 办公场所空间管理指南 2022
GB/T 39765-2021 GB/T 文具中苯、甲苯、乙苯及二甲苯的测定方法 气相色谱法 2021

Required certifications

CertificationWhat it coversStatus
UKCA marking Replaced CE after Brexit; mandatory from 2025 Required
UK EORI Required for UK customs clearance Required
UK VAT GB tax ID registration required Required
UK Packaging EPR Registration with the Environment Agency required Required
UKRP UK authorized representative required Conditional

Testing scope

Labeling requirements

Platform requirements

Common non-compliance risks

Frequently asked

What is the difference between UKCA and CE?
UKCA is the post-Brexit UK certification, replacing CE from 2025.
Is a UK EORI required?
Yes. A UK EORI number is mandatory for customs clearance.
What is the UK VAT rate?
Standard 20%; reduced 5% for certain goods.
How do I register for Packaging EPR?
Register with the UK Environment Agency (EA); fees are based on packaging material weight.
Is a UK representative required?
Non-UK companies must appoint a UKRP (UK Responsible Person).

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